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September 23, 2025 53 mins

CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" with Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry and Carly Hester of NAMI, Philadelphia for Suicide Awareness Month, September 2025, 

Chris Robertson  of Black Stone Cherry shares his story of having bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic depressive disorder) with anxiety and panic attacks, along with his solutions for recovery. *Warning: Suicide and suicidal ideation is discussed. Listener discretion is advised.

Black Stone Cherry dropped their album "The Human Condition," where lead singer Chris Robertson talks about songs like "Push Down and Turn" along with the struggles of depression and mania that come with bipolar disorder.  Close to committing suicide, Chris eventually finds help with therapy, medication and more. He also explains how he self-medicated for years with drugs and alcohol that led to dire consequences.

Next, we have expert Carly Hester of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) speaking on the difference between bipolar 1 and 2 and symptoms to look out for. Carly also discusses the correlation between gut health and mental health, along with the many resources found through NAMI.org for those with mood disorders and their families.

“Be brave, ask for help, and be persistent in finding the mental help that you need.”  To listen and find the largest online list of free or affordable mental help and addiction recovery solutions, visit: http://checkyourheadpodcast.com/

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